DION ~ RUNAROUND SUE

About the song

“Runaround Sue” is a timeless rock and roll classic that has captured the hearts of music lovers for generations. Written by Dion and Ernie Maresca, this iconic song tells the story of a disloyal lover who is notorious for her promiscuous behavior. Released in 1961, “Runaround Sue” was a massive hit, reaching number one on the US Hot 100 chart and number four on the Hot R&B chart. The song’s success was not limited to its chart performance, as it has also been recognized as one of the greatest songs of all time, ranking number 351 on Rolling Stone’s list of the 500 Greatest Songs of All Time.

The song’s origins are shrouded in mystery, with Dion himself providing conflicting accounts of its inspiration. In his autobiography, “The Wanderer,” Dion claims that the song was inspired by a girl he had admired from a distance, and that the name “Sue” fit the lyric line perfectly. However, during a 1990 interview with his wife on The Oprah Winfrey Show, they presented a different story, claiming that the song was indeed about his wife, Susan. Regardless of its true inspiration, “Runaround Sue” has become a beloved classic, with its catchy melody and memorable lyrics making it a staple of rock and roll music.

In recognition of its enduring popularity and influence, Dion was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2002 for “Runaround Sue.” The song’s impact on popular music is undeniable, with its doo-wop style and catchy chorus influencing generations of musicians. Today, “Runaround Sue” remains a beloved classic, with its timeless message and memorable melody continuing to captivate audiences around the world.

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Lyrics

Here’s my story, it’s sad but true
It’s about a girl that I once knew
She took my love then ran around
With every single guy in town

Yeah I should have known it from the very start
This girl will leave me with a broken heart
Now listen people what I’m telling you
A keep away from a Runaround Sue

I might miss her lips and the smile on her face
The touch of her hair and this girl’s warm embrace
So if you don’t want to cry like I do
A keep away from-a Runaround Sue

Ah, she likes to travel around
She’ll love you and she’ll put you down
Now people let me put you wise
Sue goes out with other guys
Here’s the moral and the story from the guy who knows
I fell in love and my love still grows
Ask any fool that she ever knew, they’ll say
Keep away from-a Runaround Sue

Yeah keep away from this girl
I don’t know what she’ll doe
Keep away from Sue

She likes to travel around
She’ll love you and she’ll put you down
Now people let me put you wise
She goes out with other guys

Here’s the moral and the story from the guy who knows
I fell in love and my love still grows
Ask any fool that she ever knew, they’ll say
Keep away from a Runaround Sue

Stay away from that girl
Don’t you know what she’ll do now